If you really want a .40 1911 by Springfield, and are prepared to spend a really pretty penny, you can call the custom shop and probably have one built. they claim they'll build you anything that you want that'll fit in a 1911 frame so i bet they'd do it but it would sure cost you. Just an option for you. good luck!

If you really want a .40 1911 by Springfield, and are prepared to spend a really pretty penny, you can call the custom shop and probably have one built. they claim they'll build you anything that you want that'll fit in a 1911 frame so i bet they'd do it but it would sure cost you. Just an option for you. good luck!

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I wasn't aware they would customize a 1911 to that degree. I can only imagine how much that would set me back but I think I might look into it.

Thanks for the other suggestions guys. I'll be checking local stores where I live to see what they've seen come across their display cases in the past and see if I can't track one down that way.

If any of you in the DFW area know of something please pass on the info. I would love to know where to check out my options.

Seven of STI's 1911 models and nine of their 2011 models have an option for chambering in .40 S&W. I would definitely pick STI over some of the other manufacturers that offer a 1911 in .40. Any gunsmith worth their salt can do a conversion if you're willing to pay for it.

There are some other very high-dollar makers out there that offer a .40 1911, such as Wilson's, but for my money, STI will give you the most gun for the least money.

Now, all that being said, why would you need a 1911 in .40? For SD, I can't think of any advantage another caliber would hold over a good 'ol .45

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